Simple tools that save time

They cost little but when needed save time and hassle. We look at a few simple tools that make tricky jobs easier to tackle.

They cost little but when needed save time and hassle. We look at a few simple tools that make tricky jobs easier to tackle.

Piston ring pliers

Installing piston rings can be a fiddly and painful task if you don't use the right equipment. Piston ring pliers are an affordable and time saving device that has the added benefit of saving your thumbs! See our VLA1516

Piston ring compressor

You've finally got all those rings on the piston (now you wish you had some piston ring pliers) and you need to get it into the cylinder. This ring compressor squeezes all the rings tight, allowing quick and easy insertion into the cylinder. See our VLA1136 (pictured) and VLA1139

Magnetic pick up tool

For those hard to reach places. Our magnetic pick up tool has a powerful magnet that can lift over 1.5kgs. About the size of a pen when retracted, with pen clip, it can be kept in your pocket ready for when you need it. See our VLA1554 (pictured)

Miniature pick set

These little tools get into the tight confines most other tools can't. Better suited for removing small seals and o-rings than a screwdriver. See our VLA1562 (pictured)

RTV sealant

Otherwise known as Room Temperature Vulcanising clear silicone, this compound is ideal for making gaskets. Ideal for those emergency repairs or when regular gaskets aren't available. See our VLB4084